Math Problem Statement
y = (8-x) ln x find the values of x when y = 0
Solution
To find the values of when for the equation
we need to solve the equation .
Step 1: Break the equation into factors
This equation will be zero if either factor is zero. Thus, we have two cases to consider.
Case 1:
The natural logarithm of is zero when , since .
So, one solution is:
Case 2:
Solve for :
Step 2: Combine the solutions
The solutions are and .
Final Answer:
The values of when are:
Would you like a detailed explanation of how these steps were performed?
Here are some related questions to extend your understanding:
- What happens to the function as approaches 0 from the right?
- Can have negative solutions?
- What is the domain of the function ?
- What is the behavior of the function as ?
- How does the graph of look?
Tip: For any logarithmic function, the domain is limited to positive values of , since is undefined for .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Logarithmic Functions
Equation Solving
Factoring
Formulas
y = (8 - x) ln x
ln x = 0 when x = 1
Theorems
Logarithmic Properties
Zero-Product Property
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12